The dry season has taken a quick and strong hold over Southwest Florida after coming off of an abnormally dry rainy season.

Holiday parades — both on land or by boat — light shows, chances to meet Santa and more winter season fun in Sarasota, ...

Other notable shows this week will include the return of a concert series held in The Ringling's courtyard with free admission for students. Here are this week's highlights. Event details are subject ...

Florida Highway Patrol said 66-year-old Eugene Mandarino was found at his home after leaving the crash. The three people hit were all sent to the hospital, including an adult, teenager and child.

FWC said Nicholas Knowlton was driving a 22-foot vessel when he crashed into a rock jetty in Charlotte Harbor near Fisherman's Village.

Nestled on the peaceful shores of Charlotte Harbor on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Punta Gorda offers that rare combination of small-town charm and big-time amenities without the wallet-crushing prices of ...

Due to Hurricane Ian's impact, Christopher Chase has faced challenges preserving Punta Gorda's iconic Smoke House Restaurant, ...

Lockhart retains her District 5 seat on Punta Gorda City Council, securing victory with 53.45% of votes. Voter turnout stood ...

The Florida International Air Show Board of Directors says that due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, the U.S. Air Force F-16 Viper Demo & Heritage Demo Teams will be unable to perform at ...

Do you have a picture from paradise you’d like to share with Tropicalia readers? We’d love to print it. Email photos to [email protected]. Be sure to include your full name, where you took the ...

TAMPA, Fla. — Open carry, often known as constitutional carry, of a firearm went into effect Thursday across Florida. A ban on open carry was overturned by an appeals court earlier this month, paving ...

The Georgia Bulldogs versus Florida Gators game won't be played in Jacksonville, Florida, in 2026 or 2027. The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party will move to different neutral sites for two ...